Maha Songkran World Water Festival 2025 Ignites with Grand Parade in Bangkok

Thailandaims for global festival recognition as UNESCO-listed Thai New Year takes centre stage with parades, performances, and nationwide celebrations.

BANGKOK,April 13, 2025/PRNewswire/ --Thailandofficially opened theMaha Songkran World Water Festival 2025last night with a spectacular celebration in the heart ofBangkok. Hosted at Sanam Luang from 11–15 April, the festival is the centrepiece of the Amazing Thailand Grand Tourism and Sports Year 2025, under the Thailand Summer Festival campaign spotlighting Thai heritage, creativity, and cultural unity.

Prime Minister, H.E. Ms. Paetongtarn Shinawatra,stated:"The Maha Songkran World Water Festival 2025 brings together soft power, technology, and creativity to deliver a memorable experience that boosts tourism, drives the economy and showcasesThailand'sability to host world-class events."

TheMaha Songkran Parademarked the opening of UNESCO-listed Songkran, the traditional Thai New Year, travelling from Democracy Monument along Ratchadamnoen Avenue to Sanam Luang. The parade featuredeight themed floatscelebrating Thai culture — from the Naga ofRiver of Blessingsand tropical fruits ofColours of the SeasonstoTomyum Kung, elephants, and betta fish. Other highlights included temple fair nostalgia, tuk-tuk flair, and a child's-eye view of Songkran's future. A second parade will circle Sanam Luang today, with all floats remaining on public display at the venue through 15 April.

From 15.00 to 23.00 Hrs. daily, Sanam Luang becomes a vibrant cultural hub with concerts, crafts, rituals, and regional showcases. The Main Stage hosts top Thai artists alongside classical performances and a nightly drone show. Smaller stages feature traditional acts like Nora dance and puppetry. The Regional Identity Zone reflectsThailand'sfive regions through architecture and hands-on workshops. Visitors can explore temple fair attractions, water play zones, and the"5 Must Do inThailand"experience. Over 100 booths offer local food and crafts. A festival app and free shuttle service support visitors, whileGCYOU-TURNpromotes sustainability on-site.

The Festival Web App provides real-time updates, maps, and Songkran listings nationwide to support visitor convenience. Free shuttle services run throughout festival hours from Central Pinklao and MRT Sanam Chai Station.

TAT projects that Songkran 2025 will generate over26.5 billion Bahtin tourism revenue during 12–16 April, marking an 8% year-on-year increase. This includes 476,000 international arrivals contributing over7.32 billion Bahtand more than 4.4 million domestic visits generating19.24 billion Baht.

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SOURCE Tourism Authority ofThailand